Psychologist or Psychological Associate

1.0 FTE Permanent

The Simcoe County District School Board is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Psychologist or Psychological Associate. Reporting to the Senior Psychologist / Manager of Clinical Services, the successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of a wide variety of psychological services in schools in a timely and responsive manner.

Qualifications:
For Psychologist - Doctorate Degree in Psychology, for Psychological Associate Masters degree in Psychology;

Registration with the College of Psychologists of Ontario in the area of School Psychology.

The SCDSB will consider Doctoral Level Graduates who are eligible for registration with the College of Psychologists in the area of School Psychology and are working towards certification. Movement on the salary grid may be limited while working towards certification.

Registration with the College of Psychologists position is required for the Psychological Associate position.

Pertinent Skills and Experience:

1. Three (3) (for Psychological Associate) to five (5) (for Psychologist) years related experience in a school board setting preferred although experience in children's mental health may be considered;
2. May provide clinical supervision to non-registered team members, and carries own caseload;
3. Provides psychoeducational (diagnostic) assessment services;
4. Provides education plan development and implementation and behavioural consultations;
5. Experience in conducting risk assessments would be an asset;
6. Experience in a trans-disciplinary team model (i.e. Psychologists, Social Workers, Teachers, Principals, Attendance Counsellors, Speech and Language Pathologists) preferred or willingness to engage in this model;
7. Provides Special Equipment Allocation (SEA) Claim review consultation and targeted assessment services;
8. As an expert resource for Board staff and central special education staff, school staff and administration, provides information, guidance, and expertise to ensure informed decision making regarding the health and safety of students and quality of psychological services;
9. In-depth knowledge of legislation, codes, and regulations as they pertain to delivery of psychological services, diagnosis and individual education plans, privacy, and confidentiality;
10. Maintains a full range of case files, records and individual plans related to crisis response, conflict resolution, behavioural and emotional counselling, and intervention programs;
11. Opportunities to participate in program development and mental health strategy;
12. Strong oral and written communication skills;
13. Strong computer skills including experience with data management systems, MS Office Applications Word and Excel;
14. Reliable transportation required;
15. The nature of this position will require the successful candidate to service large geographical areas; mileage reimbursement at the Board approved rate.

Effective September 1, 2018, the SCDSB will consider candidates for part-time positions. Candidates must work a minimum of 0.5 full-time equivalency (FTE).

This position works the school year ten (10) months and ten (10) days. The salary range for a Psychologist position is $89,611 - $110,842 per year and the salary range for a Psychological Associate position is $83,919 - $103,723 per year. This position has an annual skills allowance in the amount of $15,371 for staff who are registered psychologists. The annual salary and allowance will be pro-rated to FTE. This is a unionized position and union dues are applicable.

Participation in the OMERS Pension Plan is mandatory for all full-time permanent employees, even if currently in receipt of an OMERS pension.

Qualified applicants are invited to apply for this vacancy through the Apply to Education (ATE) website at https://scdsb.simplication.com/WLSBLogin.aspx. Applicants are required to submit a resume detailing education, experience, and qualifications; documentation confirming certifications; and written permission to contact two professional references. Cover letters may be addressed to Bronwen Davis, Senior Psychologist / Manager of Clinical Services.

To view the posting on the ATE website, select Search Jobs, select Support Applicants, then use the search section to look for positions with the Simcoe County District School Board.

Guided by the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment that supports all human rights and accessibility needs for students and staff. The SCDSB recognizes the duty to accommodate, short of undue hardship as per the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

We value and are committed to upholding the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and equitable hiring practices for all applicants to be successful. In support of our strategic priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse identities, lived experiences and perspectives, especially Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and women to assist the board in reflecting the community we serve.

Applicants are to provide permission to contact two professional references, including their current and most recent supervisor. New hires to the Simcoe County District School Board will be required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is satisfactory to the Board prior to beginning employment. All new employees will be required to complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to their first day of employment. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position; however, only those who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

September 26, 2024

Posting #: AP-7

ATE Reference #: 3906066